First, let's get this straight, if you need a union to hold on to a job you better change your line of work and get a job in the private sector if you can find one.

I know all about unions. I belonged to one in which they sold my co-workers and I down the drain. These union representatives are only looking out for themselves, saying they represent the worker while they're only putting on a show. Mr. Lucente, you don't even live in Union City, and you both only think about yourselves and a few of your cronies.

You say you're looking for a 10 to 12 percent raise -- get real. I don't know what planet you're living on. You're fortunate you even got a job with the unemployment at 9.6 percent. Just look at all the dead wood working in this town. If I were Mayor Stack, I would be looking to lay off more and cut all salaries by 12 percent. Mr. Lucente and Mr. Nunez, you're both overpaid as it is. This is a matter of public record, thanks to Gov. Christie : http//www.app.com/section/data/datauniverse. Not bad for two people without college degrees, with all the amenities and benefits. Remember, don't kill the goose that lays your golden eggs.

Mayor Stack should PRIVATIZE all workers like the Union City school board did with school bus transportation and the technology department.

You also talked about health insurance and the $300 deductible. I can speak for myself. With an income under $30,000, my health insurance cost me 10 times what the mayor is asking for you to accept. So why should I and other taxpayers pay for your health insurance at no cost to you? This is why our taxes are killing us, because of greedy people like you and your so-called union that expects a FREE ride.

To all concerned readers: I nor anyone in my family ever worked for Union City. My wife and I always worked in the private sector and paid our way in life. We appreciate the hard work Mayor Stack is doing. No one said it would be easy, but we know our mayor is up to the challenge and "We the People" support and stand behind him 100 percent.